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This is a quiz about the 1995 Cleveland Indians, where they would lose to the Atlanta Braves in the World Series.

A multiple-choice quiz by Anton. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
Anton

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
357,648

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Easy

Avg Score
8 / 10

Plays
233

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Question 1 of 10

1. Kenny Lofton was the leadoff man for the tribe in 1995. What position in the field was his? Hint

Second Base

Center Field

Third Base

Shortstop

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Question 2 of 10

2. The 1995 Indians had one of the top defensive shortstops in the entire league. What was his name? Hint

Derek Jeter

Ozzie Smith

Omar Vizquel

Jeff Blauser

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Question 3 of 10

3. Carlos Baerga was a top hitting second baseman while wearing Cleveland's uniform. Which of these honors was bestowed upon him during or after the 1995 season? Hint

All Star Selection

Gold Glove

Most Valuable Player

Rookie Of The Year

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Question 4 of 10

4. The Indians' cleanup hitter in 1995 was a man who lead the American league in home runs, doubles, runs batted in, runs scored, slugging percentage, and total bases. Who was he? Hint

Frank Thomas

Albert Belle

Ken Griffey Jr

Barry Bonds

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Question 5 of 10

5. What veteran first baseman and future Hall Of Fame player did Cleveland employ in 1995? Hint

Robin Yount

Eddie Murray

Barry Larkin

Ryne Sanberg

6. 1995 in Cleveland saw a blend of veteran talent mixed with young up and comers with unbelievable talent. What man who played right field for Cleveland would later become a member of the 500 home run club? Hint

Tim Salmon

Barry Bonds

Manny Ramirez

Brady Anderson

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Question 7 of 10

7. Another up and comer for the Indians was Jim Thome. Most people know him as a first baseman. But, what position was his primary spot in 1995? Hint

Designated Hitter

Catcher

Third Base

Outfield

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Question 8 of 10

8. Which of these pitchers, who started his career in 1976, wore the Indians' colors in 1995? Hint

Dennis Martinez

Charles Nagy

Julian Tavarez

Jose Mesa

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Question 9 of 10

9. Another veteran pitcher the Indians picked up was Orel Hershiser. How many wins did he have in 1995? Hint

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Question 10 of 10

10. Every good team needs a good bullpen. Every good bullpen needs a good closer. Which of these players was dominant in his role as closer for Cleveland in 1995? Hint

Troy Percival

Dennis Eckersly

Trevor Hoffman

Jose Mesa

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Kenny Lofton was the leadoff man for the tribe in 1995. What position in the field was his?

Answer: Center Field

Lofton had speed that few could match in 1995. He could cover as much or more ground than any other center fielder in the league. Offensively, he led the American League in triples and stolen bases. Along with a .310 batting average, it was easy to see the Indians had a fantastic table setter.

2. The 1995 Indians had one of the top defensive shortstops in the entire league. What was his name?

Answer: Omar Vizquel

Visquel only made nine errors in 600+ chances in 1995. His .986 fielding percentage made him a shoo in for his third straight Gold Glove Award.

3. Carlos Baerga was a top hitting second baseman while wearing Cleveland's uniform. Which of these honors was bestowed upon him during or after the 1995 season?

Answer: All Star Selection

Baerga batted .314 with 15 home runs and 90 runs batted in during the 1995 season. He also only struck out only 31 times in well over 500 plate appearances.

4. The Indians' cleanup hitter in 1995 was a man who lead the American league in home runs, doubles, runs batted in, runs scored, slugging percentage, and total bases. Who was he?

Answer: Albert Belle

Belle hit 50 home runs and 52 doubles. That is over 100 extra base hits. Albert may not have been liked by many, and even the Indians' fans hated him after he bailed for the rival White Sox, but there is no denying that he was the top #4 hitter in the game that season.

5. What veteran first baseman and future Hall Of Fame player did Cleveland employ in 1995?

Answer: Eddie Murray

Murray brought with him to Cleveland 15+ years of MLB experience. Some thought he had nothing left in the tank, but he proved them wrong as he batted .323 and hit 21 home runs.

Answer: Manny Ramirez

In Manny's first full season as a Major Leaguer he batted over .300, hit 31 home runs, and drove in 100+ runs. That season was a harbinger of what was to come with Ramirez. He would become a perennial MVP candidate.

7. Another up and comer for the Indians was Jim Thome. Most people know him as a first baseman. But, what position was his primary spot in 1995?

Answer: Third Base

Like Ramirez, Thome would become a force in the big leagues for many years to come. He would have multiple All Star selections and was in the top 10 in MVP voting multiple times as well.

8. Which of these pitchers, who started his career in 1976, wore the Indians' colors in 1995?

Answer: Dennis Martinez

Martinez, a twenty year veteran of MLB was a prime candidate to help anchor Cleveland's pitching staff. Although his career was near the end, he was still productive. He won 12 games and had an ERA just a hair above 3. Not for nothing, but he also threw a perfect game in 1991.

9. Another veteran pitcher the Indians picked up was Orel Hershiser. How many wins did he have in 1995?

Answer: 16

What better to help lead a young Indians team than a former Cy Young Award winner? Hershiser, a long time Los Angeles Dodger, joined Cleveland in 1995 and had a huge impact. Orel was the glue that held the Indians' starting staff together. His performance was excellent, but it was his leadership that helped the team the most.

10. Every good team needs a good bullpen. Every good bullpen needs a good closer. Which of these players was dominant in his role as closer for Cleveland in 1995?

Answer: Jose Mesa

Mesa came into the league as a starting pitcher. He never really accomplished anything of note until Cleveland made him a closer. 1995 saw Mesa save a league leading 46 games. He also finished 2nd in AL Cy Young and 4th in AL MVP that season.

Source: Author Anton

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